Search Daggett County Death Records
Daggett County is Utah's least populous county, located in the northeastern corner of the state with Manila as the county seat. Death records for Daggett County are available through the TriCounty Health Department and through the Utah Office of Vital Records in Salt Lake City. Historical death certificates from 1904 through 1966 are searchable online at no cost through FamilySearch. This page explains where Daggett County death records are held, who can request them, and how to start your search.
Daggett County Quick Facts
TriCounty Health Department
The TriCounty Health Department serves Daggett County for vital records and public health services. Daggett County's small population means that most residents rely on either the TriCounty Health Department or go directly to the Utah Office of Vital Records in Salt Lake City for death certificates. Both offices can issue certified copies of Daggett County death records for deaths occurring after the statewide system was established.
The TriCounty Health Department provides vital records services for Daggett County and its neighboring counties in northeastern Utah. Contact the department directly to confirm current hours, fees, and what documents you need to bring or include with a mail request. Because Daggett County has very few deaths per year compared to other Utah counties, record requests are often handled with a quick turnaround.
The Utah health departments directory shows the full network of local health offices in Utah, including the TriCounty Health Department's service area covering Daggett County.
The directory entry confirms TriCounty Health as the authorized local office for Daggett County vital records including death documents.
| Office | TriCounty Health Department |
|---|---|
| Counties Served | Daggett County and surrounding area |
| Website | tricountyhealthut.gov |
| Health Dept Directory | ufda.org/health-departments |
Utah Office of Vital Records
Because Daggett County is so small, the Utah Office of Vital Records in Salt Lake City is often the most practical place to request a death certificate. The state holds records for all Utah counties from 1905 forward, including Daggett County. Staff can search by name and year of death and issue certified copies by mail or at the counter. The state office is well-equipped to handle Daggett County requests even when local resources are limited.
The first certified copy of a Daggett County death certificate from the state costs $30. Each additional copy ordered at the same time costs $10. Online ordering is available through VitalChek, the authorized partner for Utah vital records. VitalChek accepts credit cards and ships certified copies directly to you. Additional service fees apply for online orders.
Under Utah Code Section 26-2-22, death records more than 50 years old are open to the public in Utah. Records less than 50 years old are restricted to family members and legal representatives. The state office enforces these rules for Daggett County records just as it does for every other county.
| Office | Utah Office of Vital Records |
|---|---|
| Address | 288 N 1460 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84114 |
| Phone | (801) 538-6105 |
| Fee | $30 first certified copy; $10 each additional copy |
| Online Orders | VitalChek |
Historical Daggett County Death Records
Utah began statewide death registration in 1905. Daggett County death certificates from 1904 through 1966 are part of the Utah State Archives collection, Series 81448. These records are digitized and freely available online through FamilySearch. You can search by name, year of death, and county at no charge. Images of the original certificates are viewable without an account, though creating a free FamilySearch account lets you save search results and build a family tree that includes Daggett County ancestors.
Daggett County's small population means the historical certificate collection for the county is limited in volume compared to urban counties, but each record that exists is searchable and often highly relevant to researchers working on northeastern Utah family histories. The Utah Death Index from 1905 to 1951 covers Daggett County deaths during that period and can help narrow a search before pulling the full certificate image.
For records that predate the statewide system, church records and early county documents may be the only surviving sources. The Daggett County Clerk in Manila may have early county-level records that are not part of the state collection. Contacting the clerk directly is the best way to determine what early records exist for the county.
Daggett County and the SSA Vital Records System
The Social Security Administration maintains its own procedures for verifying death records, which can be relevant when a Daggett County death needs to be reported or confirmed for benefits purposes. The SSA vital records guide explains how federal agencies use state death records and what information each state provides. Utah death certificates, including those from Daggett County, feed into the SSA's death data systems.
A screenshot from the SSA vital records guide shows how state-issued certificates like Daggett County's death documents are used and recognized at the federal level.
The guide details how Utah death certificates from counties including Daggett County are accepted for federal purposes such as survivor benefits and estate administration.
For most Daggett County death reporting needs, the Utah Office of Vital Records is the correct starting point. The SSA guide provides useful context for researchers or family members who need to understand how a Daggett County death certificate functions beyond the state level. Under Utah Code Section 26-4-9, Utah law governs how deaths are reported and registered within the state, and those records then flow into federal systems.
Who Can Access Daggett County Death Records
The same access rules that apply across Utah apply to Daggett County death records. Records less than 50 years old require proof of eligibility. Eligible requestors include the spouse, parents, children, siblings, grandparents, grandchildren, and legal representatives of the deceased. Valid government-issued ID must accompany every request, whether submitted in person, by mail, or online.
Daggett County records more than 50 years old are open to the general public under Utah's vital records access statute. No family relationship needs to be proven for older records. This makes historical Daggett County death research accessible to any genealogist or researcher. The Utah Code on vital records access outlines the full eligibility criteria and documentation requirements.
Note: Because Daggett County is remote and has a very small population, plan ahead when requesting records. Contact the TriCounty Health Department or the Utah Office of Vital Records by phone before visiting to confirm availability and hours.
Free Online Resources for Daggett County Death Records
Several free online tools cover Daggett County mortality records. FamilySearch is the most comprehensive for the 1904 to 1966 period. The Ancestor Hunt blog on Utah death records identifies the major free databases covering Utah counties including Daggett County, with direct links to indexes and certificate collections. The CDC guide to Utah vital records explains how to contact the right offices for records from any Utah county.
The University of Utah Population Database uses statewide vital records data for research purposes and includes Daggett County mortality data in its historical population studies. While individual records are not searchable through this database, it provides context for how Utah death data is preserved and used over time.
For researchers working with Daggett County families, the combination of FamilySearch historical records, the Utah Death Index, and the Utah Office of Vital Records covers nearly the full span of the county's recorded history. Start with FamilySearch for any record before 1967, then contact TriCounty Health or the state office for more recent death certificates.
Cities in Daggett County
Daggett County is Utah's smallest county by population. Manila is the county seat and the main population center. Death records for all Daggett County residents are handled through the TriCounty Health Department or the Utah Office of Vital Records.
Nearby Counties
Daggett County borders Uintah, Summit, and Rich Counties in northeastern Utah. Records for neighboring counties are held by their local health departments or the Utah Office of Vital Records.